Hibiscus cannabinus
KENAF, HEMP MALLOW
Malvaceae-Malvoideae

 
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Plant type: annual

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
3.5m
Plant habit
 
1.5m

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Flowers: cream or crimson

Flowering Time: early summer to late autumn
 
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Hibiscus cannabinus
KENAF, HEMP MALLOW
Malvaceae-Malvoideae

 

Photo coming
  Plant type: annual

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
3.5m
Plant habit
 
1.5m

FEATURES

Flowers: cream or crimson

Flowering Time: early summer to late autumn


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean & cottage designs

Uses: mass planting, border, poolside

Growth rate: fast

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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